Is the custodian liable if the deposit is lost due to his transgression or negligence?

General Chapter

Al-Mughni

Book of Deposits

Book 34 · Issue 5 · Bab 1

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If the custodian transgresses or is negligent in safeguarding the deposit and it is lost, he is liable without dispute, as he has destroyed the property of another, similar to any other act of destruction.